Our principal and staff
Get to know our school staff. We're all here to help.
The principal is responsible for the educational leadership and management of our school. If you would like to speak to the principal, please contact us to make an appointment.
Our school administrative staff can answer inquiries or direct you to the appropriate staff member for help.
Welcome from our principal
“I’m excited to welcome you to our school, where we create a supportive environment for every child to thrive. We value respect, curiosity and teamwork.
We’re proud of our dedicated staff and strong partnerships with families. Together, we ensure students feel valued and inspired to learn.
I invite you to explore our website to discover what makes our school special. We look forward to welcoming you into our community.”
Mr Ian Pattingale, Principal of Temora High School
Our school leaders
Our school leaders, including our principal, guide teachers and students. They help create a school culture where every child is supported to grow and thrive.
Mathematics, Creative and Performing Arts
Science, PDHPE
Learning and Support
Our teaching staff
Our professional, university-educated teachers encourage students to develop a love of learning and a desire to succeed. They maintain the highest integrity and concern for your child’s wellbeing.
English/HSIE/Language/Library
- Head Teacher - Mrs Catherine Drumore
- Mr Sean Blackwell - English, HSIE
- Ms Syd Dinsdale - English, HSIE
- Mrs Michelle Groth - English, HSIE
- Mrs Jenni Irvine - English, HSIE, Language
- Mrs Kirsty Roddy - English
- Ms Sharlene McDonald - HSIE/Business Studies/Commerce
- Mrs Patricia Willoughby - Librarian
Mathematics
- Head Teacher - Ms Susan Riley
- Ms Grace Allen
- Mr Ross Devereux
- Miss Lucy Voerman
- Mr Mark Manchur
Science
- Head Teacher - Mrs Jessianne Wiencke
- Mr Ian Groth
- Mr Jonathan Irvine
- Mrs Melissa Manwaring
- Mrs Rebecca Stewart
Technology and Applied Studies
- Head Teacher - Mr Jake Kilgannon
- Miss Chelsea Walker
- Mr Nick Collins
- Mr Peter Charpentier
PDHPE
- Head Teacher - Mrs Jessianne Wiencke
- Miss Kate Bruce
- Mrs Kathryn Kemp
- Ms Beth New
- Mrs Elizabeth Pattingale
Creative and Performing Arts
- Head Teacher - Ms Susan Riley
- Miss Sarah Stephens - Drama/Dance
- Mr Daniel Van Ruth - Music
Learning and Support
- Head Teacher - Nicole Crawford
- Mrs Sharon Beattie
- Mrs Karen Galloway
- Mrs Lauren Krause
- Mrs Nicole Baldry
- Mrs Renae Sinclair
Careers Adviser
- Ms Tracey Eisenhammer
Wellbeing and support staff
Our wellbeing and support staff guide student wellbeing, learning needs and inclusion. They work with teachers to make personalised adjustments. We make our school welcoming and accessible to every child.
Learning and Support
- Mrs Belinda Krause
- Mrs Bianca Matthews
Student Support Officer
- Mrs Megan Hawksworth
School Counsellor
- Mrs Jo Brennan
Aboriginal Education Officer
- Mrs Shontayne Ward
Cultural Mentor
- Mr Stewart James
Student Learning Support Officers
- Ms Angela Dahlenburg
- Mrs Irene Maguire
- Mrs Denise Miller
- Mr Stephen Reardon
- Mr Scott Sinclair
- Mrs Colleen Storm
- Miss Lucy Bent
- Mr Bradly Gerhard
- Mrs Jennifer Haddrill
- Ms Natasha Innes
- Mrs Louise LaTrobe
- Mrs Jessica Miller
Administrative and operations staff
Our admin and operations staff help our school run smoothly. They support students, teachers and families every day.
Administration Office
- Business Manager - Mrs Tanya O'Reilly
- Administration - Ms Jessica Evans, Mrs Renae Manning, Mrs Lynnette Breust
- Curriculum and Student Wellbeing - Ms Helen Tyack
- Community Engagement - Mrs Tracey Moroney
Assistants
- Science - Mrs Gillian Bett
- Library - Mrs Ros Leary
- TAS Kitchen - Mrs Alyce Hinchcliffe
Technology Support
General/Farm Assistant
- Mr David Field